Under-inflated tyres cause excess wear on the shoulders of the tyres and over-inflated tyres cause excess wear around the centre of the tyres. Improperly inflated tyres:
- reduces the stability and handling ability of your vehicle (particularly when it’s wet)
- increases the risk of tyre damage
- increases the risk of tyre blowout
- produces uneven tyre wear
- if under-inflated will increase fuel usage
Inflating tyres to the correct recommended pressures allows for even wear, maximum vehicle stability and will help to maintain the best fuel economy. You can find the recommended tyre pressures for your vehicle inside the driver’s door (on the centre pillar), inside the fuel filler cap or in your vehicle owners manual.
Tyre pressures should ideally be checked once each two weeks and each time before a long journey. Check tyre pressures when cold.